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The Turntable, Tiffin OH 🇺🇸
“QuickTable is straightforward and affordable, without the usual friction. It's something I can confidently stand behind.”
A commission-free OpenTable alternative built for independent restaurants.
OpenTable combines reservation software with a diner marketplace and typically charges a subscription plus fees for diners booked through its network. QuickTable Pro costs £50/month for unlimited bookings, with no per-cover fees. Guests book through your website or booking link. The table below compares pricing, setup and how guests book.
| QuickTable | OpenTable | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Flat monthly fee: £50/mo (≈ €60 / $70) | ~$149–$499/mo subscription + per-cover fees* |
| Per-booking commission | £0; no per-cover fees | ~$1–$1.50 per seated diner (cover)* |
| Free plan | Yes; up to 30 bookings/mo | No free plan* |
| Free trial | 30 days, no credit card | Varies* |
| Guest app / account | None; book via your link or website | Commonly booked via OpenTable app/account |
| Setup | Under 10 minutes, or a free setup call | Varies* |
| Support | Email and phone support | Varies by plan* |
| Best for | Independent restaurants wanting simple, commission-free bookings | Restaurants prioritising OpenTable's diner-network reach |
* OpenTable figures reflect its published plans (Basic ~$149, Core ~$299, Pro ~$499/month) and per-cover fees (~$1–$1.50) as reported in 2026 by industry sources and OpenTable. Pricing varies by region and plan and changes over time. Check OpenTable for current pricing. QuickTable figures reflect our published pricing.
No. QuickTable Pro costs £50/month with no per-booking or per-cover commission. OpenTable typically charges about $1–$1.50 per seated network diner, in addition to its subscription. At 1,000 network covers a month, those fees alone would be $1,000–$1,500.
QuickTable suits independent restaurants taking bookings through their own website and social profiles. Guests don't need an app or account, and support is available by email and phone. QuickTable was named Best Restaurant Booking System 2026 at the UK Enterprise Awards.
No. QuickTable guests book through your website or booking link without downloading an app or creating an account. OpenTable guests commonly book through its app or website using an OpenTable account.
QuickTable Pro costs £50/month (about €60 or $70) for unlimited bookings. Starter is free for up to 30 bookings a month, and Pro has a 30-day trial with no credit card required. OpenTable's reported plans range from roughly $149–$499/month, plus about $1–$1.50 per seated network diner. Your total depends on the plan and where bookings come from.
Consider OpenTable if you want to attract diners through its marketplace. QuickTable suits restaurants whose bookings come from their own website, social profiles and regulars. Compare the cost of your expected bookings with the value of any new diners a marketplace brings.
From restaurants using QuickTable
The Turntable, Tiffin OH 🇺🇸
“QuickTable is straightforward and affordable, without the usual friction. It's something I can confidently stand behind.”
Sapori Italiani, Newry 🇬🇧
“QuickTable has halved the amount of phone calls we receive for bookings. Customers are booking online now, and we couldn't be happier.”
Sabai, Waterford 🇮🇪
“This platform is very straightforward!”
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